Obituary

Johnean Lee Fornsby was born to Brenda James and John Fornsby on March 1, 1987 in Bellingham, Washington.
Johnean was a warm hearted person and most would tell you that she was always willing to help you out or make you laugh whenever you needed it. Her children were her pride and joy. She cherished her time with them and she would drop everything for her friends and family if they needed her.

A good time in her eyes meant dancing with family members, even if there was no music playing. In the summer, you could catch her at the river hanging out and enjoying quality time with those who were closest to her.
Johnean lived her life on the go, but she always made sure everyone was taken care of, even before herself. Her selflessness was her way of showing how much she loved her children, family and friends. A memory that most have of her is when she would show up just sit around and visit. She would often call to be picked up if she got stuck somewhere. Her loving soul, her selfless acts, and her radiant smile will be missed by all who knew her.

Johnean is survived by her children Phillip Julius Jr and Aurora Julius; mate Phillip Julius Sr; mother Brenda James; sister Leann Hanowell (Fred); brother Alex Mata (Callie); nieces Jessica Hanowell and Shayla Lane; nephews Tate James and Cheyanne Lane

Johnean is preceded in death by her father John Fornsby; son Brenden Julius; brother Frank “Bunky” Lane; grandparents Harold “Buster” James, Jack and Pearl Leathers, Bruce and Susan Milene.

A Prayer Service will be held at the Nooksack Community Building on Friday, December 3,2021 at 6pm.

A Funeral Service will be held at the Nooksack Community Building Saturday, December 4, 2021  at 10am with burial to follow at the Lummi Nation Cemetery.